History
From 1282 priors were representatives of the seven Major guilds: they fighted against the old aristocratic families revenging an active role of trad
Santa Reparata Church and the mosaic carpet
The cathedral hides a treasure: the archaeological area.
Girolamo Savonarola was burnt at the stake
The famous painter Sandro Botticelli destroyed some of his works representing nudes.
Enrico Pazzi decorated even the base of the statue with four heraldic lions symbol of the Florentine Republic.
The sculptor and his subject are un
Cosimo Ridolfi was even elected Minister of Education and Senator after the unification of Ital
A historic villa becomes a university campus in '94. It has historical roots dating back to the 14th century, passing through the hands of bankers,
This killing was the beginning of the civil florentine war between the aristocratic families factions of the city: Guelphs against ghibellines.
Galileo Galilei kneels in front of the church
In 1632 the scientist published his "Discorso sui massimi sistemi" and he risked to be burnt at the stake
Giorgio Vasari and Giovanni Stradano painted the "Arrival of the Pope In Florence" between 1555-1562.
Remember that at the time Dante entered public life an extraordinary activity manifested itself in all branches of public works
The traditional florentine football game
At the end of the match the Florentine population answers "Viva Fiorenza" to the exhortation of the captain of the district who says; "Shout with me
Vincenzo Viviani and his Master Galileo Galilei
On the facade of a florentine palace called "Palazzo dei Cartelloni" ("cartellone" in Italian means "poster") situated near the central station.
The Dante funeral mask, once thought real, is now believed a lost sculptural portrait. Donated to Florence in 1911, found in Ravenna in 1830.
The Porte Sante Cemetery, a final rest for many, symbolizes love, loss, and the eternal beauty of Florence through its storied inhabitants.
The Tuscan cigar, born from a mishap in 1815, became an iconic product in Florence. Its affordable price and unique taste made it popular.
What is a grotesque decoration
This is the reason why you find grotesques in Florentine museums
A cage full of lions was situated behind Piazza Signoria in the actual Via dei Leoni in the middle of XIV century to protect priors.
Michelangelo and the secret room.
The artist drew even his self-portrait depicting the attitude of an imprisoned man.
Home to a vast collection of zoology and anatomy, with lifelike wax models crafted by master artisans.
Lorenzo de' Medici, although not having attained such a position, was called so for his role as a guide and influence on the city.
Florence and its illustrious Tuscan Men
These men are all watching the river Arno because they are defending Florence from the enemies!
Michelangelo and portrait on the facade
What do you think? Do you believe Michelangelo have ever spent his time in a similar way?
A XVII century giant in a secret garden
The monster imprisoned Ulysses and his friends in a grotto to eat them.
Even the genius Leonardo studied it and reproduced wooden models of the machines Brunelleschi employed to move the material he needed!
Prominence on Via Francigena.
A Mule is celebrated in the Palazzo Pitti
The marble decoration is situated on the left part of the courtyard.
Chosen as Lorenzo de' Medici's bride in 1467, the marriage solidified the Medici family's political influence and resulted in nine children.
Santa Reparata and its precious remains
Santa reparata was destroyed only at the end of the XIV century when works for the edification of the new one were going on.
The restoration works conducted in 2020-2021
It's a little bit strange because the Cathedral and the three doors too are entirely dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Florence Feasts S. John Baptist
The last match of the traditional football game will be held In the afternoon at 5.00 p.m. in Piazza Santa Croce
Did Florence receive a gift from Pisa
As the saying goes: " Florence is blind and Pisa is a traitor"
Legendary florentine character, La Berta
A Roman fragment in the heart of Florence.
Beatrice Portinari, the impossible love
The impossible love of Dante and its impact on literature.
Unusual statues decorate Boboli Garden
Statues with the symbols of the Medici are everywhere
Anna Maria Luisa and the Family Pact
Thanks to this astute decision, Florence has preserved much of its extraordinary artistic, historical, and cultural heritage virtually intact.
The terrestrial and celestial Gods
The wonderful decorations on the ceilings were commissioned by Cosimo I to Giorgio Vasari
Florence and Dante's Residence
Historical Testimonies on Dante's Residence in Florence.
This tale symbolizes the eternal struggle between good and evil, with San Zenobio prevailing through both strength and wit.
Michelangelo wanted a prominent frame without a gallery: an essemptial, simple architecture to accentuate the size of the dome!
Dante himself, two centuries after his death, placed "the Great Baron" in the 'Paradiso'
The History in a Glass of Wine
The domesticated vine originates from the wild vine. Medieval wine, revitalized by monks, was primarily produced in Tuscany.
In the same period Seymour Kirkup, the historian who financed works in the chapel of Mary Magdalene, was the owner of Dante's mask now preserved ins
Located along the Arno River, Pisa boasts a rich history and a glorious past as a maritime republic.
Santa Maria Nuova and its secret underground
Even the great artist Leonardo da Vinci studied anatomy and dissected bodies in this long corridor!!
In 1877 the secret passage was accessible: four thousands and five hundreds of people crossed it paying twenty-five cents each one!